Shelbyville Mayor Talks Economic Growth, Job Vacancies

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Taylor Bennett

Our local leaders have unique perspectives on our communities and their challenges, and WFYI is bringing you conversations with those leaders to learn more of what is on their minds.

WFYI’s Taylor Bennett spoke with Shelbyville Mayor Tom DeBaun about a unique education program, the city’s economic growth and a critical need to fill vacant jobs.

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